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Tomatoes, Medley

Markon First Crop (MFC) Tomatoes are rich in vitamins A, B, and C, beta-carotene, iron, phosphorous, potassium, and fiber.

Product Details

Shelf Life:
Julian pack date.
Ethylene Producing:
Yes
Ethylene Sensitive:
Yes
Kosher:
No

Available Offerings from Markon for Tomatoes, Medley

Description Net Weight Pack GTIN UPC
Tomatoes, Medley 16 pounds or 10 kilograms 10 LB 2 06 11628 92778 1 6 11628 92778 7

Storage Tips:

Never refrigerate; store stem up to prevent bruised shoulders; keep out of direct sunlight.

Handling Tips:

Never stack tomatoes; use on a FIFO basis. Rinse whole fruits and vegetables in clean running water prior to using.

General Usage Ideas

  • Combine RSS American Blend with chick peas, chopped MFC Tomatoes, chopped mint, and sunflower seeds; dress with lemon vinaigrette made with RSS Lemon Juice
  • Mix RSS Honeydew Chunks, cubed Hass avocados, chopped MFC Tomatoes, RSS Diced Red Onions, RSS Washed & Trimmed Cilantro, RSS Lime Juice, and RSS Washed & Trimmed Cilantro; serve with seared scallops
  • Stir-fry pork cubes, chopped MFC Eggplant, Chinese long beans, baby corn, and red curry paste; add coconut milk and RSS Washed & Trimmed Cilantro; simmer until meat is tender

Fall / Winter Usage Ideas:

  • Add RSS Baby Spinach and thinly sliced MFC Tomatoes to grilled cheese sandwiches; serve with cream of yellow tomato soup
  • Mix chopped MFC Tomatoes, RSS Diced Red Onions, and mint with red wine vinaigrette; serve over roast beef
  • Stew lamb chunks with sautéed RSS Sliced Onions, RSS Green Cabbage, RSS Coin-Cut Carrots, MFC Tomatoes, RSS Washed & Trimmed Parsley, cannellini beans, turmeric, coriander, cinnamon stick, and RSS Peeled Garlic; serve this African stew over couscous

Spring / Summer Usage Ideas:

  • Mix grilled MFC Eggplant, MFC Red Onions, and MFC Tomatoes with mint, RSS Peeled Garlic, and RSS Lemon Juice; serve with grilled chicken
  • Arrange roasted rounds of MFC Eggplant, sliced MFC Tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and whole basil leaves concentrically around serving plate; serve with balsamic dressing
  • Grill MFC Tomatoes and okra in a wok basket; chop coarsely and season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper; serve with rice and skirt steak

Did You Know?

The U.S. is the world's second largest producer of tomatoes. Tomatoes are grown seasonally across the U.S.; Florida and California are the leading commercial producers. China is the largest tomato producer and has been growing rapidly over the past few years. China now accounts for 39.5 million tons, or about 25% of the world's total production. Source: www.fas.usda.gov.